Consider to stop Extension of ILR Qualification Period from 5 to 10 Years

Rejected 21 signatures

What the petition asks

We urge the UK Government to reconsider its proposal to extend the qualifying period for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) from 5 to 10 years. This change would impose significant financial and emotional burdens on migrants who have legally resided, worked, and contributed to the UK.

Increased Financial Strain: Longer residency requirements mean additional visa renewals and associated costs, including the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS), which is £1,035 per person annually. For families, this accumulates to substantial amounts over time.

Emotional and Social Impact: Prolonged uncertainty can lead to stress and hinder integration efforts, affecting mental well-being and community cohesion.

Risk to Essential Sectors: Many migrants work in critical sectors like healthcare and education. Extended ILR timelines may deter skilled professionals, exacerbating workforce shortages.

Why it was rejected

There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.

You may wish to sign the following petition, which calls for similar action:

Protect Legal Migrants: do not implement the 10-Year ILR proposal
Protect Legal Migrants: do not implement the 10-Year ILR proposal

Timeline

15 May 2025	Petition opened for signatures
30 May 2025	Rejected by the Petitions Committee

Key facts

Signatures 21

Status Rejected

Rejected 30 May 2025

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